Tech & Startups
Thinking Machines co-founder Lilian Weng left the company citing health reasons, then joined OpenAI
TechCrunch · US
Weng previously served as the VP of AI Safety Research at OpenAI.
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Geopolitics
Body found in suitcase in Athens is that of 38-year-old British woman
The Guardian – World · Europe
Greek authorities identify remains as those of Elizabeth Jane Ross after discovery in a derelict building 11 days ago A body found in a suitcase in an abandone…
Tech & Startups
Winamp aims for a comeback with a new music player powered by Deezer
TechCrunch · US
Winamp is preparing to relaunch with a Deezer-powered premium music service, betting its nostalgic brand and a new all-in-one music player can stand out in tod…
Geopolitics
Canada’s Answer to Trump’s Tariffs: More Energy Deals With Europe
The New York Times – World · US
The Carney government’s agreement with a German natural gas company will also reduce Europe’s dependence on a Qatari supply made more uncertain by war.
Tech & Startups
It Looks Like Nothing Can Dent MAGA’s Support for ICE
Wired · Global
Despite weeks of renewed press coverage and controversy around ICE, Donald Trump’s supporters appear to be standing by the agency no matter what.
Entrepreneurship
Thinking About Quitting Your Job? The Pros and Cons of Self-Employment
Inc. · Global
Has the thought of working for yourself ever crossed your mind? Before making a decision, read this first.
Tech & Startups
Save Up to $100 on Apple’s Newest AirPods (2026)
Wired · Global
Save up to $100 on Apple’s latest AirPods models before prices go back up.
Entrepreneurship
Allegiant Air Built Its Identity on Ultra-Cheap Flights. Now It’s Finally Launching First Class
Inc. · Global
Allegiant’s latest move—a first class cabin—signals a major shift in how budget airlines are competing for customers.
Geopolitics
Report finds 2025 was deadliest year for antisemitic attacks outside Israel
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
Germany had the highest number of antisemitic incidents in 2025, both in absolute and relative terms, a report has found.
Geopolitics
Ten years and 7 PMs later, did Brexit make a difference?
The Hindu – World · India
Analysis of migration and trade data show that Brexit neither helped in controlling net migration nor in significantly improving the U.K’s trade
Entrepreneurship
I’ve Closed Multiple 8-Figure Deals. My Best Sales Advice Is Surprisingly Simple: Don’t Sell
Inc. · Global
Instead of selling, make it easy and compelling for customers to buy.
Geopolitics
Saudi Arabia’s Strikes in Iraq Mark Entry Into U.S.-Iran War.
The New York Times – World · US
The kingdom’s defense ministry said airstrikes in Iraq targeting Iran-backed militias were in retaliation for attacks on Saudi oil facilities this week.
Geopolitics
Zendaya on working with Tom Holland in Spider-Man: ‘When you’re best friends it’s easy’
BBC News – World · Europe
The couple walked the white carpet at the London premiere of their latest film, Spiderman: Brand New Day.
Geopolitics
BTS pulls out of Grammys after Asian pop category introduction
South China Morning Post – World · China
Global K-pop sensation BTS said on Wednesday they will not submit their music for next year’s Grammy Awards, following the Recording Academy’s introduction of …
Entrepreneurship
Long John Silver’s Is Closing Stores: See a List of Locations Where the Seafood Restaurants Have Shuttered
Inc. · Global
The beloved fish-and-chips chain saw more than two dozen closures in 18 states last year, but as its numbers decline, it says it’s doing more with less.
Geopolitics
'Continue with your duties fearlessly': CRPF chief tells troopers amid pellet gun row
Times of India – World · India
CRPF Director General G P Singh supports troops acting in good faith during duty. He assures responsibility for all decisions made in the public interest. An…
Geopolitics
What to Know About Iraq’s Militias
The New York Times – World · US
At least 20 fighters of the Popular Mobilization Forces, an umbrella group of Iraqi militias with ties to Iran, were killed in a wave of U.S. and Saudi airstri…
Entrepreneurship
It Once Controlled One of Appalachia’s Biggest Coal Reserves. Then It Sold for Just $1.1 Million
Inc. · Global
A $60 million debt load, hundreds of layoffs, and a fire-sale auction brought down one of Appalachia’s last major coal strongholds.
Geopolitics
How well are LGBTQ+ rights protected across Europe?
Deutsche Welle (DW) – World · Europe
After the attack on Berlin’s Pride event on Saturday, the situation of the LGBTQ+ community in Germany is a topic of conversation. How well are queer rights pr…
Tech & Startups
The Hugging Face break-in explained
TechCrunch · US
Another way to think about the whole thing is to picture a bear at a campsite. (Really, we are going there.)
Entrepreneurship
American Airlines Delayed 1,100 Flights After an IT Breakdown. Experts Say It Could Happen Again
Inc. · Global
The carrier halted thousands of scheduled departures on Tuesday night following an order from the Federal Aviation Administration.
Entrepreneurship
OpenAI Just Revealed the Hugging Face AI Hack Was Bigger Than Anyone Knew
Inc. · Global
The OpenAI agent behind the Hugging Face breach also exploited other services.
Entrepreneurship
Everyone Says AI Needs More Intelligence. This Founder Says That’s Exactly the Wrong Goal
Inc. · Global
What if the race to make AI smarter is focused on the wrong thing? One founder who has spent decades working with machines says the real challenge isn’t more i…
Entrepreneurship
Hims & Hers Promised Users Privacy. The FTC Alleges It Shared Health Data With Meta and Snap
Inc. · Global
The agency claims the telehealth giant disclosed sensitive user health information to advertising platforms, charged customers before consultations, and made s…
Geopolitics
Iran resumes missile attacks as U.S. and Saudis strike Tehran-backed militias in Iraq
The Hindu – World · India
- Iran launched missiles at U.S. bases in Jordan, while U.S.-Saudi strikes killed 20 Iraqi militia fighters, sparking regional tensions. - Iraq condemned the…
Tech & Startups
Which of Dyson’s 2026 Vacuum Models Is the Best?
Wired · Global
Curious if you should get Dyson’s new 2026 stick vacuums or stick to the older ones? I tested five models, old and new, to find out for you.
Entrepreneurship
Destin Was Just a Quiet Florida Beach Town Until Taylor Swift Sang About It
Inc. · Global
One lyric. One beach town. A million-dollar marketing lesson.
Tech & Startups
Claude Opus 5 became downright ruthless when tasked with running a vending machine
TechCrunch · US
Andon Labs' latest vending machine simulation shows Opus 5 lied and colluded its way to become the best AI capitalist ever.
Geopolitics
US judges issue removal orders against 801 Indians in June
Times of India – World · India
US immigration judges issued 801 removal orders for Indian nationals in June 2026. Nationwide deportation rulings accelerated significantly, with a nearly 30% …
Geopolitics
Jared Leto denies sexual assault allegations in BBC documentary
South China Morning Post – World · China
Four women have accused Jared Leto of sexual misconduct when they were teenagers, to which the actor and musician responded Wednesday that he has “never sexual…
Geopolitics
Saudi Arabia's dilemma as it tries to stay out of US-Iran war
BBC News – World · Europe
The kingdom faces a choice of whether to keep hitting back as a deterrent or to try to de-escalate the situation.
Geopolitics
Three firefighters killed on Crete and in mainland Greece as Europe battles wildfires
The Guardian – World · Europe
Repeated heatwaves and strong winds alarm experts, who warn blazes are becoming harder to quellThree Greek firefighters have died while tackling wildfires on t…
Tech & Startups
It’s Frighteningly Easy to Jailbreak Some Frontier AI Models
Wired · Global
I watched a new tool try to get around the model safeguards of four major frontier companies. You might be surprised by how they performed.
Geopolitics
US Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady despite Warsh’s inflation vow
South China Morning Post – World · China
The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady on Wednesday, a choice that may intensify questions about how US central bank chief Kevin Warsh will deliver on …
Geopolitics
Six Iranian advisers killed in US-Saudi strike on Iraq: All you need to know
Indian Express – World · India
- US-Saudi strike killed at least six Iranian advisers, escalating Middle East tensions and risking wider war. - Conflict disrupts Strait of Hormuz, strainin…
AI / Deep Tech
How an overlooked geothermal plant got a second chance
MIT Technology Review · Global
In June 2024, a small company called Zanskar purchased a geothermal power plant in New Mexico that was failing fast. The water coming from the underground rese…
Tech & Startups
Sorry, haters. Ferrari’s first EV is doing just fine
TechCrunch · US
To the horror of commenters across the internet, the Ferrari Luce appears to be a sales success.
Geopolitics
US-Saudi strikes in Iraq push region into ‘uncharted territory’, analysts warn
The Guardian – World · Europe
Riyadh’s decision to join US in strikes on Iran-backed militia further complicates widening and ‘unpredictable’ warMiddle East crisis – live updatesUS-Saudi st…
Entrepreneurship
In Just 3 Words, Mark Zuckerberg Explained How America Could Lose the AI Race
Inc. · Global
The Meta CEO has thoughts about what powerful U.S. artificial intelligence companies are doing wrong.
Entrepreneurship
Wall Street Couldn’t Get Enough of Cava. Now a Lawsuit Is Challenging $2.2 Billion in Insider Sales
Inc. · Global
A pension fund alleges that Cava’s executives concealed signs of slowing growth while selling more than $2.2 billion in stock near the restaurant chain’s peak.
Tech & Startups
Waymo robotaxis are starting to return to freeways
TechCrunch · US
The freeway pause — and its restart — comes amid increased scrutiny into Waymo and other robotaxi operators, particularly over how these self-driving vehicles …
Geopolitics
Mumbai man, suffering stroke, kept at police station for hours over 'drunk driving'
Times of India – World · India
A 73-year-old man suffered a stroke while driving his car last week. Police detained him for five hours on suspicion of drunk driving. This delay prevented him…
Tech & Startups
US government bans new foreign-made humanoids, robot dogs, and solar inverters, citing risks to national security
TechCrunch · US
The ban largely affects U.S. imports from China, which currently dominates the global market for making humanoid robots and solar inverters.
Geopolitics
Yemen government says Houthis planning to impose fees for Red Sea transit
The Hindu – World · India
The narrow maritime artery has been a critical waterway for delivering vast quantities of Saudi crude to the international market, after energy exports were la…
Geopolitics
Honeymoon murder: Sonam Raghuvanshi surrenders after SC cancels bail
Times of India – World · India
Sonam Raghuvanshi surrendered before a Shillong court following a Supreme Court order. Her bail was cancelled by the apex court, directing her immediate surre…
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